Meet the Team

Administrative Team

Clinical Team

Marketing Team

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

Administrative Team

Anna Riggers

I started working for Dr. Christensen in June of 2010, but started working in the dental field in 2006. I am one of our treatment coordinators, so I see new patients for consultations. I have an Associate’s Degree and my certification in Dental Assisting from the College of Southern Idaho. I am also high-speed hand piece certified. I enjoy interacting with our wonderful patients and their families on a daily basis. I love working for Dr. C. because he is fun, spontaneous, and there is never a dull moment. My team members are always keeping me on my toes and have great attitudes that are fun to be around. I wouldn't trade my doctor or team!

My husband and I are enjoying being parents to Grady, a fun, spunky, sweet, toddler is always surprising us. I also enjoy spending time at the cabin with family and friends, hunting, four-wheeling, and spending time at home with my family. I love the life God has blessed me with and would not trade any of it for the world!

Cara Bruner

I started working for Dr. Christensen in February of 2016. I am a Scheduling Coordinator at the front desk and Sleep Apnea Coordinator in the office. I am a registered dental assistant and have been in the dental field since 2010. I have my Associates Degree and also received my Cross Coding Medical Billing certification from Washington D.C. Coming to work for Dr. Christensen has been one of the greatest things to happen in my life, besides my family. He is a phenomenal orthodontist who cares deeply for his patients and his employees. Dr. Christensen has changed my life in more ways than one. He treated my husband for sleep apnea and it has given me a deep gratitude and love for helping others struggling with it as the Sleep Coordinator in the office. I love being a part of this energetic and hard working team!

I love spending time with my family and two dogs, Harley, Oscar and Lexie. I married my wonderful husband, Rob August 17, 2013. We enjoy camping, boating, riding motorcycles, snowboarding, and just watching tv with the four of us. I like working in the yard with the little resemblance of a green thumb that I have and would love to have ten miniature dachshunds running around me in the yard, one day.

Nichole Sutton

In February of 2017, I was given the opportunity of joining the Christensen Orthodontic Team as a scheduling coordinator. I have a background in banking which allowed me to get extremely comfortable having a conversation with truly anyone about anything. I'm an extrovert with a love for staying in on the weekends. My favorite part about working for Christensen Orthodontics are the patients and the wonderful team. The patients are always brightening my day and I love forming new relationships with each one. The team makes my job feel like a second home. They are all so supportive of whatever goal I set my sights on, and are constantly cheering each other on by encouraging texts, little check ins to make sure things are going well, and a shoulder to lean on when the road gets long. They aren't coworkers, they are a family.

In the Spring of 2016, I was blessed to have had the fairytale wedding of my dreams, to the most supportive, loving, Godly man, Sawyer. He is consistently in my corner, supporting all of my crazy dreams and accomplishments. I truly couldn't have prayed for anyone with a kinder, more giving heart to spend my life and seek God with. He is, without a doubt, my other half, and I couldn't imagine going through this rollercoaster of a life with anyone else. I have five sisters and one brother. My brother, Chance, being my very best friend and gym buddy. He just understands me. He is basically the male version of myself. Outside of the office I enjoy spending time with my family, going to the gym, and little moments with my husband doing literally anything from being in the car, to grocery shopping. Health and fitness are my passions, and I recently discovered a love for the bodybuilding community and can't wait to see where my love for the sport takes me. I can confidently say I am blessed in many areas of my life, and am so grateful to have the many opportunities I have received that allow me to live the life I do.

Gina York

Working in the dental field since 1996, I have had the pleasure of working back office chair side, as a scheduling coordinator, and in finance/insurance coordinating.

I started working for Dr. Christensen in September of 2014 and love providing a financial plan for his patients. Since I have been hired, Dr. Christensen has made sure I have the most up to date training in insurance and financial coordinating. This allows our office to strive and help our patients obtain the best overall treatment. Certified in Care Credit lending and to bill medical insurance for dental offices ensures our patients are being taken care of like family.

Native to this area, I love exploring the Northwest back country by hiking, camping, fishing, collecting cook books, and spending time with friends and family.

Julianne Christensen Hammon

I, like my sister, IlaMarie, and all the Christensen children, have been working in the office since I was very young. After I graduated from high school in 2012, I trained in the financial area of the office. I have worked in treatment coordinating and as a scheduling coordinator, also. Currently, I am the graphic designer in the office and help in marketing the practice. I truly look out for the best interest of the practice, Dr. C., the team, and especially the patients.

I graduated from BYU-Idaho in 2014 and I am pursuing my dreams and passions as a graphic designer. I married my sweetheart, Braeden Hammon on March 1, 2014 in the LDS Rexburg, Idaho Temple. We love spending our free time with our spunky daughter, Everly and our energetic German Shepherd, Ariez. We are so excited to be welcoming a new little one to our family in March 2018!

Eddieka Bach Christensen

Dr. Christensen, our children and I moved to Lewiston, ID in May 2001 from Fayetteville, North Carolina where Bret was serving in the US Army. We were all so excited to embark on this new adventure and open Bret's orthodontic practice and make it on our own. We experienced great success and growth rapidly which we were very excited and grateful for.

Bret and I have been married since 1989. We have six children, two of whom have passed away, our baby daughter, Jenna, in 1993 and our son, Hunter, who died in a four-wheeler accident in 2012. He was 13 years old. Losing these precious children has been a tremendous heartbreak for us. We do believe that our family is eternal and that we will one day be reunited with them again. We have 3 daughters that are married to wonderful men. Currently, two of our daughters, IlaMarie Palmer and Julianne Hammon are living in Lewiston with their spouses, Chase Palmer and Braeden Hammon. Our other daughter, Andriana McRae and her husband, Alex, are attending BYU-I in Rexburg, ID. Our other son, Trevor keeps us young. He is 14 years old and such a blessing to us! We also have two grandchildren; Ridge who was born to IlaMarie and Chase in 2015 and Everly who was born to Julianne and Braeden in 2016. We are so excited to be grandparents! We feel extremely blessed to have the family that we do and the opportunity to live in this beautiful valley.

Over the years, I have helped the office in numerous ways including cleaning the office, sterilization, office manager and administrative assistant. I enjoyed the great blessing of being home to raise our children and being able to help out when I could. Today, I work from home doing payroll and working in marketing for the practice.

Bret and I have met some wonderful people over the years that have come into our lives as employees, patients and parents.

Today, we have one of the best orthodontic teams that we have ever had. They continue to amaze us with their talent, kindness and work ethic. We can see how much they love what they do.

Even on those hard days, I can see how much my husband loves what he does. Treating patients and seeing the life-changing results that he experiences from his profession is so gratifying. It has been a wonderful blessing to be here in Lewiston and continue to nurture and create relationships every day.

Clinical Team

Rhonda Paulson

I began working for Dr. Christensen in August of 2012 as an orthodontic assistant. I am a Registered Dental Assistant and have the high-speed handpiece certification through North Idaho College. I enjoy working at Christensen Orthodontics because I love meeting and getting to know the patients that are in our community. Dr. Christensen is great at what he does and highly qualified. I have seen the positive changes he has made in our patients’ lives and how his goal is to go above and beyond expectations. Dr. C. takes a personal interest in each patient and our community. I consider our team family. As we have come to know each other, we complement each other and have a common goal to provide the best experience possible for our patients.

I have been blissfully married to my husband and best friend, Bret, for 18 years. He has been my support and anchor in all aspects of my life. We have four beautiful children who are my motivation to be my best self and to live life to the fullest. Our family enjoys the outdoors, camping, quad riding, barbequing, being on the river, and exploring new places. In my spare time, I love to be in the garden and yard playing in the dirt.

Brigitte Conley

I started at Christensen Orthodontics in January, 2014 as an orthodontic assistant, but started working in the dental field in 2009 for Palouse Pediatric Dentistry. I enjoy working with all ages, especially children. I will work hard to provide great customer service to all of the patients I see and take very seriously the sterilization process and educating patients on how to take care of their teeth and braces. It's important to me that I get to know the patients on a more personal level. I love working for Dr. Christensen and this team! We help each other out where we see a need and are energetic and fun-loving which makes the work day fly by.

I was born and raised here in the valley, so I have watched it change and grow over the years. I love all the outdoor activities we have here including hiking, camping, boating and sledding in the winter! I also love cooking for my family and friends and working in the garden.

Cayla Smetana

I began working for Dr. Christensen February of 2016 as an Orthodontic Assistant. I have my dental assisting certificate and have been working in the dental field since 2009. I love working for Dr. Christensen and being able to see the amazing transformations that each patient undergoes throughout their journey. He is a great Orthodontist and makes every patient feel special. Laughter is a huge part of who I am and I love getting to share this laughter with my patients to see a smile on their faces. Our team is like family with lots of fun and hard work along the way. I enjoy getting to work with this team every day!

I have been happily married to my husband, Joe, since 2010 and we have a beautiful daughter, Nevaeh. We love to travel when we can but enjoy our moments we get to spend with our families close to home. I love getting to spend time helping at my daughter’s school and around my community. I am very blessed to have such a wonderful family and a great team to work with!

IlaMarie Christensen Palmer

I started working in sterilization in high school. After I graduated from high school in 2009, I started assisting chairside when I was home from college during the summers. I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from BYU-Idaho in July of 2013 and started working as a treatment coordinator in the office, but I also assist in the clinic when needed. I am a Certified Dental Assistant and have my high-speed handpiece certification. I am currently working as a lab technician in the office, as well. I love that I have had the opportunity to work in almost every position in the office so that I can jump in and help wherever I am needed. I love coming to work because Dr. C. and the team members I work with are dedicated, hardworking and we are able to have fun at the same time. We also really care about our patients!

I married my high school sweetheart in the LDS Columbia River Temple in Richland, WA in July of 2012 and welcomed our son, Ridge, in January, 2015. We love being parents and watching him grow and learn new skills every day. In my free time, I make and sell cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.

Alisha DeLane

In May 2017, I was hired as an orthodontic assistant at Christensen Orthodontics. The first thing I noticed after working here is the amazing team. I love getting to work with all of these fabulous people who make work so fun. Its a great feeling to enjoy coming to work everyday and getting to help people on their journey to amazing smiles. I grew up here in the Lewis-Clark Valley and graduated from Clarkston High School in 2013. I love the outdoors and adventure. I have a dog named Kyzer and he is just like a child to me! You can find us on the weekends playing in the dog kiddy pool or hiking at Hells Gate State Park.

Shyla Cox

Orthodontic Assistant

Megan Seubert

In May 2017, I started working at Christensen Orthodontics. I am the Records Coordinator. I see every patient at the beginning and end of their braces journey. I am in charge of doing x-rays, photographs and a 3D intra oral scan on every patient that comes through our door. I am one of the first assistants that the patient will see at the beginning of their treatment and one of the last after they get their braces off. I love being able to talk with each of our patients and enjoy getting to know them throughout their orthodontic treatment.

I earned my Dental Assisting certificate in May 2017 from the Lewis-Clark Workforce Program. I love working with Dr. Christensen and our staff because we all have so much fun together and our work environment is friendly and personable.

Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time at the river, hiking, running, playing sports, boating, jeeping, riding dirt bikes and spending all of my time with my family and friends. I absolutely love anything and everything outdoors! I also work as an EMT on the ambulance crew on some weekends. I thank God each and everyday for the life He has blessed me with and the opportunities He has given me and I couldn’t ask for anything more.

Nancy Harris

I started working for Christensen Orthodontics in January 2018, but I first met Dr. Christensen as a patient to complete orthodontic treatment I had started before I moved back to this area. I had a great experience and now I enjoy working with the team and learning new things. I was born and raised in Chihuahua, Mexico, but I have lived in Lewiston for a total of about 10 years. My husband Martin and I were married in 2004 and we have two children, Nate (also a Dr. C patient) and Mia (a future Dr. C patient). We enjoy living in this area, and try to take advantage of the beautiful outdoors when we can.

Jessica Dickson

I started working for Dr. Christensen in October 2017. Born and raised in the LCV and am now raising my son Treyten here as well. I am training to be the Lab Technician, which is making all those fun shiny appliances for your mouth. I am loving my new job; the team has been so inviting and helpful. I am so happy and blessed to be working for such a Great, kind-hearted Doctor!

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Consultation

Your initial consultation will give you the opportunity to meet our team, learn more about orthodontics, receive a complete initial exam, and find out which treatment options will best meet your needs.

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